Search Hostels in Seoul

By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Step Inn Myeongdong 2 - Hostel - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers, and TVs in all rooms. Bluedot Poshtel Myeongodong - Located steps from Myeongdong Street. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. PixelStay MyeongDong - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Chungmuro Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. High Street Guest House Hongdae - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hongik University Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and tour assistance, as well as a computer station. Rooms come with towels, showers, and coffee/tea makers. OYO Hostel Myeongdong 6 - Located within a 5-minute walk of Myeongdong Street. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Seoul, one of Expedia’s 135 hostels could be a great option for you.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 33°F. The rainiest months in Seoul are July, August, September, and June, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.

Generally, Seoul is known for its museums, temples, and monuments. Major attractions include Lotte World, Myeongdong Street, and Namdaemun Market. Get out into nature with places like Namsan Mountain Park, Seoullo 7017, and Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park. Cultural attractions include Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Seoul Museum of Art, and Sejong Cultural Center.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Seoul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Gimpo Intl. Airport (GMP), 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away. An alternative is Incheon Intl. Airport (ICN), located 30.5 mi (49.2 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Euljiro 1-ga Station, Jonggak Station, and City Hall Station. Train stations including Seoul Station and Haengsin Station make it easy to check out more of the surrounding area.